ermatt
Italian expat in Brazil
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About me
Italian
Lives in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina
Speaks Italiano, Portoghese
Registration: 21 May 2017
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I am Self-employed.
My expat journey
Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
Provincia di Salerno, Campania, Italy
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Seeking Muay Thai Classes in Suzhou by Nutchaya
Hi there, I've just arrived in Suzhou currently living not too far from the Jiangling Xilu station on Line 4. I'm hoping to find Muay Thai classes in town. Can anyone recommend me any places? Thanks in advance for your insights!
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Relocating from Dubai to Suzhou by Emeka Ikenze
Hi!My name is Emeka and I currently live in the UAE (Dubai). I have been here for over 10 years. I am planning to move to China August this year most likely Suzhou and will be setting up a WFOE that is tied to Agribusiness in Africa. Grateful for ...
Welcome, Emeka! Ten years in Dubai is a great run, but Suzhou is going to be a completely different adventure. Read More
New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
Glad to be here. I'm currently in the planning stages of a move over to China and trying to soak up as much practical info as possible before making the jump. Looking forward to connecting with everyone here and learning from those of you who are ... Read More
Best VPN for Suzhou, Jiangsu by Ali Brazier
Hi, everyone!I’m moving to Suzhou, in the province of Jiangsu in a couple of weeks, and was wondering - which is the best VPN to use there. I’m looking at different ones, but am not sure which will be the most effective. I’m also ...
Leaving this here for anyone else who finds this thread through search, since it's a bit older.China has been cracking down hard on traditional commercial VPNs lately. If you're moving to Jiangsu or anywhere around there, the standard big-name ... Read More
Avoiding written communication by TGCampo
Over the past few years I noticed (not only, but mainly, in Portugal) that companies and people in general don't reply to emails in writing, but by phone (if at all). In Portugal one often gets no reply at all. Is this just something that I notice ...
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Starting a trucking business by bjpsindu
Experienced in US many years. Wanting to move Portugal
@bjpsinduWas trying to find some old forum discussions on international fleet relocation costs and stumbled across your post. Since it's from 2 years ago, how did the transition turn out? Did you buy your first truck in Portugal yet?As a fellow US ... Read More
Looking for an apartment in Toulouse – February-march move-in by sandrag426
Hello everyone,I will be moving to Toulouse at the end of February / beginning of March for work and I am currently looking for a studio or one-bedroom apartment to live on my own, with a maximum budget of €1200 per month.I speak English and ...
With your 1200 euro budget you have very good options even in the city center. Search on SeLoger or Leboncoin in the Carmes or Saint-Etienne areas, they are the most beautiful. Read More
Have You Moved with a Moving Company Recently? by MacKenzie12
Has anyone here recently moved with the help of a moving company? I'm planning a relocation soon and would love to hear about your experiences. Did the movers handle your belongings with care? Were they punctual and professional? Any companies you'd ...
I used Southside Moving and Storage for a local move last summer. They were punctual, arrived 10 minutes early, and worked quickly. I didn't have a single broken box or scratched piece of furniture when they unloaded. Read More
Airport transport for frequent expat business travellers by deepteshn
Good dayI would like to get an indication of the cost for transfers from the North (Grand Baie, Mon Choisy areas) to the airport for people that travel frequently out of Mauritius for business. I had been paying a driver Rs2000 per trip. My last ...
@deepteshnRs2500 after paying Rs2000 for a long time would annoy me too, tbh. Inflation is real but this feels rushed. I stopped relying on one driver after a similar thing happened to me. Last month I booked Transfeero for an airport run in LA just ... Read More
Kids on the autism spectrum by Julio Manu
Hi friends,We are planning to move to Bulgaria (Plovdiv) next year with our 11-year-old child who is on the autism spectrum. We would love to hear from other parents who have been in a similar situation.We're not asking about subsidies or financial ...
If you’re moving to Plovdiv, the biggest thing is choosing the right neighbourhood first. Some schools are a lot more open to neurodivergent kids than others. The language barrier is real in the beginning, but teachers who’ve had ... Read More
Want to relocate to UAE for work by Shivish
Hi FolksI am actively exploring opportunities to relocate to UAE for work. I am a telecom/IT professional from Australia. Recently i observed whenever i approach any recruitment agency they ask me if i have visa to work in UAE. Which is kind of ...
Usually, the common way is to first find a job offer from a UAE company. Once they hire you, they’ll usually handle the work visa sponsorship for you. So the key is to focus on applying directly to companies or through recruiters who ... Read More
Short trip to Dubai by janlewis19
Hello to allI will be having a four night Dubai stay in early December this year.I am hoping that some one will be able to give me advice for market shoppingfor hand bags, watches and sunglasses,You might know of stall holders to buy from, saving ...
For market shopping, definitely check out the Gold Souk and the nearby spice and textile souks - they have lots of stalls with handbags, watches, and sunglasses at good prices if you’re ready to haggle a bit. Also, the Karama Market is great ... Read More
Single mother with daughter moving to Dubai by spindio
Any help or advice is greatly appreciatedI am thinking about a move to Dubai with my 11yr old daughterI know Dubai is safe and can be expensiveIm looking ofr genuine advice on :Full-time employmentSchoolingA safe place to liveMany thanks
I saw this discussion is old, but I can add something new for those still looking into it: for the actual move, [link moderated] is a solid choice. They handle packing, transportation, and furniture relocation, which can take a lot off your plate ... Read More
Thinking About Buying an EV in the PH – Advice and Experiences? by islanddoll
Hello, everyone!I recently moved to Cebu and am loving the vibe here! As part of settling in, I’m considering purchasing an electric vehicle from bydcarsphilippines Before I make the leap, I’d love to hear from those of you who already ...
@islanddollFrom here I have heard a lot regarding EVs. Regarding charging stations, it is clear that they are being installed more and more and can already be found in many malls as well as other places, yet it is better not to risk and map your ... Read More
Returning to Baguio and Ilocos Sur by mugtech
Arrived at JFK at 9PM on 11/17/24 to check in for a 12:50 AM flight on Korean Air to South Korea then Manila. Had to pay $6 to use a hand truck for our three checked bags and two carryons. Only other time we had to pay for said hand ...
@mugtech That’s nice about the security check it’s good to get some extra convenience as you get older. Read More